New Year's Eve 2017 in Fort Worth

It’s a song as old as rhyme, or at least a song that goes back to 1947, when Frank Loesser wrote the wistful “What are You Doing New Year’s Eve?” Maybe it’s much too early in the game, but here are nine choices if you don’t have plans in the Fort.

1. The Foundry District

Roar into the new year at the Foundry District's Ritz & Wonders, a 1920s-themed extravaganza billing itself as The Greatest Show on NYE in Fort Worth. From burlesque and drag shows to magicians and DJs, there’s going to be a lot to see, including four circus animal installations reaching heights of 20-feet-tall.

Get your tickets in advance for $40 or pay $50 at the door. Fun runs from 9 p.m. to 2 a.m.

After dinner and before the shows amuse yourself with the people-watching and festive goings-on in Sundance Square. You never know what surprises might be in store.

3. Billy Bob's Texas

The Randy Rogers Band’s (RRB) spent 2017 touring in support of their newest effort Nothing Shines Like Neon, and they will wind up their 200 shows this year at Billy Bob’s Texas. The band has been frequent NYE performers at the world’s largest honky-tonk, and it’s been an amazing 12 years since the band recorded their Live At Billy Bob’s CD. RRB recently wrapped recording in Nashville’s iconic Studio A, where everyone from Dolly Parton to Frank Sinatra has recorded.

Admission is $20 general admission, $40-55 reserved. Doors open at 6 p.m. and show starts at 10:30 p.m.

4. Lola's Saloon

If you’re looking for a more low-key evening, Austin Americana/Southern Rock band Uncle Lucius performs at Lola’s Saloon, the place that won the Fort Worth Weekly’s Best Music Venue category seven years running.

6. Buttons Restaurant

Buttons offers spectacular soul food and a midnight champagne toast after you groove to the band Soulful Soundz.

Admission is $30 per person and includes a champagne toast. Doors open at 8 p.m.

7. Woodshed Smokehouse

The Woodshed Smokehouse is hosting Tunes, Bubbles & BBQ under the stars at the Trinity Riverfront property. If you’re there a little earlier, musicians Morgan Lindley and 57 Sauce will keep you entertained.